Balance Classes

Physical benefits

Helps prevent falls
Balance exercises strengthen the stabilising muscles that help reduce slip and trip risks.

Boosts core strength
Your deep abdominal and back muscles are gently activated throughout the class.

Improves posture
Exercises encourage better alignment and help correct muscle imbalances.

Enhances joint stability
Improved strength and control can help protect your ankles, knees and hips.

Increases mobility
Classes aim to improve your pain-free movement for daily activities.

Mental and neurological benefits

Sharpens reflexes
Balance training helps your body react more quickly when you feel unsteady.

Builds confidence
Improving balance can reduce fear of falling and help you stay active.

Improves proprioception
This is your brain’s awareness of where your body is in space.

Reduces mental fatigue
Balance exercises require focus and concentration, helping promote mindfulness and stress relief.

What happens in a Balance Class?

Each class is guided by our experienced myPhysioSA team and may include:

• Gentle warm-up exercises
• Seated or standing strength exercises
• Sit-to-stand practice
• Heel raises and toe raises
• Stepping drills
• Reaching and weight-shifting activities
• Core control exercises
• Coordination and reaction challenges
• Balance exercises using support when needed
• Cool-down and mobility work

 

Exercises can be adapted to suit your ability, confidence and goals.

Who are Balance Classes suitable for?

Balance Classes may be suitable if you:

• Feel unsteady on your feet
• Have had a fall or near fall
• Want to improve confidence walking
• Are recovering after injury, surgery or illness
• Want to improve strength and posture
• Find stairs, uneven ground or getting out of chairs difficult
• Want a safe and supervised exercise class
• Prefer exercises that can be done sitting or standing